Tips for conserving fuel, saving money and protecting the environment
Responsible use of energy is learned behavior. To conserve, we must slow down and find ways to do more with less. The benefits of fuel conservation are a healthier environment, financial savings and improved safety on our roads. This guide offers ways to be a consistent and effective gas watcher.
| National Averages: |
| Vehicle fuel efficiency: 24.4 miles per gallon |
| Miles driven per day: 29 |
| Minutes spent driving per day: 55 |
| Daily trips taken by personal vehicles: 87 percent |
| Household income spent on transportation: 19 percent |
| U.S households that own 2 or more vehicles: 65 percent |
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